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The Pennsylvania Constitution
This Constitution stated that "The people have a right to bear arms for the defense of themselves and the state." -
The Federalist Papers
This series of essays promoting the U.S. Constitution. In number 46 (written by James Madison) it criticized that the European Kingdoms were too afraid to trust their citizens with arms. -
Ratification of the Second Ammendment
One of the most important amendments to the colonists at the time that was quickly added to our Bill of Rights -
The Dred Scott Case
This major case did conclude in confirming that African Americans also uphold the right to own and carry firearms. -
First Major Gun Control
This was an attempt to revoke some of the private gun ownership rights that are guaranteed in the 2nd Amendment. This was a result of Gangster violence that had been happening throughout the nation. -
District of Columbia Vs. Heller
This case was a pretty major setback in the movement of gun control at the time. It revoked that ban of handguns in the home saying it was unconstitutional.
